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pasta salad with mozzarella eyeballs

Pasta Salad with Mozzarella Eyeballs


  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fun and creative pasta salad featuring mozzarella balls designed to look like eyeballs.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella balls
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions and let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, black olives, and basil.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.
  • Adjust the seasoning based on your taste.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: pasta salad, mozzarella eyeballs, Italian salad